Is Hawaii safe for visitors?

Hawaii is one of the safest tropical destinations on the planet – but it's a tropical destination, and if you've never been to the tropics you might be wondering what you need to watch out for in order to have a safe Hawaiian vacation. The perils can be summed up in a couple of words: Sun. Nature.



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Hawaii is one of the safest tropical destinations on the planet – but it's a tropical destination, and if you've never been to the tropics you might be wondering what you need to watch out for in order to have a safe Hawaiian vacation. The perils can be summed up in a couple of words: Sun. Nature.

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Respectful travel to any of the Hawaiian Islands, including the accessible areas of Maui, is welcomed and encouraged, now more than ever.

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It reached a boiling point in 2019, when Hawaii's 1.5 million residents watched it become a case study in overtourism amid 10.4 million annual arrivals.

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Kauai, being the smallest and least populated major island, has the lowest property crime rate. The island's close communities and residents' commitment to safety create a secure environment for both locals and tourists.

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Generally, the best time to visit Hawaii for the most ideal overall weather, lowest statewide rates, and the fewest visitors on-island is April and May during the spring and September and October during the fall. Some refer to these times as Hawaii's 'off-season period' or 'shoulder months.

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Relaxation and natural beauty are the top draws Known for its active volcanoes, wildlife refuges, and tall active peaks, it's little wonder that 88% of our respondents cite natural beauty as a reason for visiting Hawaii. Relaxing by the beach is the second most popular reason for visiting.

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To live comfortably in Hawaii, an annual income of around $70,000 to $100,000 for a single person, or $120,000 to $200,000 for a family is recommended. Is it expensive to live in Hawaii? Yes, Hawaii is known for its high cost of living due to factors such as housing, groceries, utilities, and transportation.

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RESTRICTED OR PROHIBITED ITEMS:
  • Pineapple and bromeliad plants and fruits.
  • Passion fruit plants and seeds.
  • Cruciferous root vegetables (radish, turnip, daikon, horseradish, rutabaga)
  • Corn on the cob.
  • Citrus and pulpy fruits from Florida & Puerto Rico.
  • Taro and dasheen.
  • Coconuts.


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Purple flags indicate the presence of dangerous marine life like jellyfish or sharks. Hawai'i beaches also have signage warning of specific hazards. Always obey No Swimming and No Diving signs. Other signs indicate presence of Dangerous Shorebreaks (where waves break onshore), Strong Current, or High Surf.

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In Hawaii in 2021, 11.1% of the total population was Hispanic, 21.4% were white, 1.9% were black, 0.2% were American Indian/Alaska Native and 45.2% were Asian/Pacific Islander. The demographic distribution of women and children in a state, county or city can have an impact on the rates of birth outcomes in that area.

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Among the Hawaiian Islands, Molokai is known as the Friendly Isle, and those who live there would consider it the best island to live on by far. With many longtime families and few visitors living on remote Molokai, it is one of the most secluded Hawaiian Islands.

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Hawaii's hurricane season runs from June 1 to Nov. 30. This year, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) predicts more cyclone activity in the central Pacific than usual, due to it being an El Nino summer. NOAA predicts that there will be four to seven cyclones this year.

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While many vacations are five to seven days long, we recommend staying for at least 10 days to enjoy your Hawaiian vacation. The time change is difficult to adjust to at first and takes about 3 days to get fully acclimated. So, allowing a couple days to get over the jet lag is important.

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Hawaii's warmest months are not June and July, but August and September. Its coolest months, are not December and January, but February and March, reflecting the seasonal lag in the oceans's temperature.

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The Robinson family decided to restrict access of Niihau back in 1864, giving it its nickname of the “Forbidden Island.” They put a policy in place to ensure that all those born on Niihau would be able to live there for their entire life with limited exposure to the outside world.

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